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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 3158: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT

This bill requires landlords to give tenants a receipt whenever rent is paid in cash. The rule applies to all residential rental properties covered by the state's Landlord and Tenant Act. Landlords must provide the receipt at the exact moment they receive the cash payment. This change aims to create a clear record of cash transactions between landlords and tenants. The law will take effect immediately upon being passed.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill strengthens tenant protections by requiring landlords to provide receipts for cash rent payments, creating clear transaction records and reducing potential disputes.75% confidence
Matt LaMountain (D) Tiara Mack (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 3153: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- MEDICAL ASSISTANCE--LONG-TERM CARE SERVICE AND FINANCE REFORM

Authorizes the secretary of the executive office of health and human services (EOHHS) to increase resource eligibility limits for persons with long-term care needs who reside at home to $12,000 for single persons and $18,000 for couples.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases resource eligibility limits for long-term care recipients, expanding financial assistance and improving access to healthcare services.90% confidence
Lammis Vargas (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Lou DiPalma (D) Alana DiMario (D) Pam Lauria (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 3151: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- HISTORIC PRESERVATION TAX CREDITS 2013

Increases historic tax credit to 30%, and up to 35%, depending on the amount of rental area available for multi-family housing, affordable rental units and units sold as affordable housing.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases historic preservation tax credits, providing tax relief and encouraging affordable housing development through fiscal incentives.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill increases historic tax credits for affordable rental units and multi-family housing, directly supporting housing development and affordability.85% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Lou DiPalma (D) Alana DiMario (D) Frank Ciccone (D) Lori Urso (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 3156: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES

Provides that no contract between a dental plan or other healthcare entity and a dentist requires the dentist to accept exclusively by virtual credit cards.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patient rights by preventing dental plans from mandating exclusive virtual credit card acceptance, ensuring broader payment options and access.75% confidence
Lou DiPalma (D) Hanna Gallo (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 2862: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- DENTISTS AND DENTAL HYGIENISTS

Allows foreign-trained dentists and dental hygienists to obtain limited licenses if they graduate from reputable dental colleges or universities, work under a supervising dentist, and pass a board-approved exam.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands access to dental services by allowing foreign-trained professionals to obtain limited licenses, improving patient access to healthcare.90% confidence
Brian Thompson (D) Lammis Vargas (D) Bridget Valverde (D) Sam Bell (D) Alana DiMario (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 3090: AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- PATIENT PAYMENT INFORMATION

Prohibits a healthcare provider from requiring patients to provide electronic payment information to be kept on file as a condition to receiving treatment and makes it a violation a deceptive trade practice.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patient rights by prohibiting forced electronic payment information collection, reducing barriers to healthcare access and preventing deceptive practices.85% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Mark McKenney (D) Jake Bissaillon (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 2499: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE USE AND FAIR EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES

Creates a comprehensive statutory framework to address and regulate the use of artificial intelligence in the workplace, considering the interests of employers and employees.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill regulates AI use in workplace to ensure fair employment practices, protecting workers from biased algorithms and advancing labor rights through statutory framework.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates regulatory framework for AI in workplace to ensure fair employment practices, aligning with digital rights protection under technology policy.85% confidence
Sam Zurier (D) Mark McKenney (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Lou DiPalma (D) Sam Bell (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 2455: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES

Mandates insurance coverage for scalp cooling treatments for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy to prevent hair loss during chemotherapy treatments.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for scalp cooling, expanding patient access to cancer treatment support and preventing hair loss during chemotherapy.95% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Walter Felag (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Lou DiPalma (D)
passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 5, 2026

HB 7676: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- OPEN MEETINGS

HB 7676 allows advisory bodies (like commissions or committees without decision-making power) to participate in public meetings via videoconferencing under specific conditions. It permits remote participation for members on active military duty, those with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation (after a public waiver process), and University of Rhode Island board members, provided audio/video clarity is maintained. The bill requires that remote attendees be clearly audible/visible to in-person members and that all participation decisions be documented publicly. This update modernizes open meeting rules while maintaining transparency requirements for advisory group meetings.
Terri Cortvriend (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Tina Spears (D) Lauren Carson (D) Megan Cotter (D)
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 2562: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- THE HEALTHCARE SERVICES FUNDING PLAN ACT

SB 2562 requires health insurers to pay an additional $30 million annually starting in 2026 to fund telehealth services, specifically including the PediPRN (pediatric) and MomsPRN (maternal) teleconsultation lines. This funding is added to existing healthcare contributions and deposited into a dedicated "PRN account" managed by the Department of Health. The bill directly affects health insurers (through new fees) and benefits Rhode Island residents seeking timely mental health support for children, mothers, and perinatal patients. The funds will support statewide psychiatric consultation services for primary care providers, expanding behavioral health capacity without altering current insurance coverage.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesNew $30M annual fee on insurers funds telehealth services, directly increasing public healthcare funding through dedicated budget allocation.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds telehealth services for pediatric/maternal mental health via $30M insurer fee, expanding access and strengthening coverage for vulnerable populations.95% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Brian Thompson (D) Jonathon Acosta (D) Meghan Kallman (D) Sam Zurier (D)
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